Re: [TMIC] Disability, Insurance & Dx HELP
twinkie (twinkie(AT)javanet.com)
Mon, 3 May 1999 18:32:51 -0400
Hi,
I had a "spell" about a year after my original dx.(8/13/95),that was
treated with solumedrol 1000 mg IV daily for 5 days. It did not do anything
for the problem. Basically,I had an increase in numbness and some more
difficulty walking. The walking is better,the numbness is even more
pronounced. I've never been on oral steroids.
I certainly hope you don't lose your disability if the dx. changes from
tm to ms. Could you contact a lawyer and ask that question? In my area,most
lawyers have a free initial consultation,maybe there is something like that
in your area. Good luck and best wishes,Cheryl
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Date: Monday, May 03, 1999 3:48 PM
Subject: [TMIC] Disability, Insurance & Dx HELP
>Hi everyone,
>
>I hope everybody has been well. I have not been around for a while. But
>just recently had another set back after suffering with a stomach flu for
12
>hours.
>
>Anyway, I went in for infusion therapy (solumedrol 2000 mg for 5 days)
>followed by oral 20 mg tapered. This time it has not helped as much as
last.
> Has anyone had a simular experience?
>
>I have also been told that even though my spinal tap and evolked potential
>came ack clear; I have a 52% chance of having the DX changed to MS. But
for
>now they are certain it is still TM. I was also told that Insurance
>companies can drop you if the Dx is changed! I was also told my disability
>could be discontinued.
>
>Can anyone tell me if they have run across this?
>If so, how have they handled it. Now I am more scared than ever. Here I
am
>getting worse and my Dr,s are telling me all this.
>
>